The provision under Uniform OCC §1702.130 specifically prohibits using insignia or titles that may lead the public to believe that a security officer is connected to government entities or is a representative of a government agency when they are not. This regulation is in place to prevent confusion and maintain trust in law enforcement and security professions.
Using misleading titles or insignias can undermine the integrity of both private and public security roles. It can lead to situations where the public is misled about the authority the individual holds, which could result in a breach of public trust and potentially undermine safety and compliance with the law. This prohibition aims to safeguard the security industry's reputation and ensure that all security personnel are transparent in their roles and responsibilities, thereby fostering a clear distinction between private security services and governmental law enforcement.
The other options, while they may pertain to aspects of security officer conduct, do not specifically address the misleading use of insignia or titles as covered in the statute.